In a recent legal development, Stone Brewing Co.’s $56 million trademark victory over MillerCoors remained steadfast, having been upheld by a California federal judge. The ruling, handed down on Monday, corroborated that there was ample evidence buttressing the jury’s findings and subsequent damages award.
The lawsuit, one of significant consequence in the brewing industry, pits Stone Brewing, a popular craft brewer, against MillerCoors, an emblematic giant in the beer industry. The contention here is the ambitious assertion that MillerCoors infringed upon Stone Brewing’s trademark.
Throughout the litigation, the crux of the matter has centered around the legitimacy of Stone Brewing’s claim and the consequent financial vitiation suffered as a result. The jury, looking into the facts presented, returned a verdict of $56 million in favor of Stone Brewing, a decision now sturdily upheld by the judge.
The detailed report of the proceedings remains available for more on the legal wrangles and the backdrop of the case on Law360.